Hallé Concerts Society are recruiting for an ambitious, enthusiastic and proactive individual to join them in the role of Development Assistant (Trusts and Foundations) within their Development Team, to assist in making and managing funding applications to Trusts and Foundations and to support other report writing work.
You will be responsible for researching opportunities with local and national Trusts and Foundations and other funders, for assisting with the submission of applications and proposals and for supporting the fulfilment of grant requirements including evaluations and reporting.
You will be working collaboratively with colleagues across the Development Team and the wider Hallé as well as with external supporters and funders. Your work will support the delivery of the Hallé’s fundraising strategy.
The post is full-time permanent based on a 36.25-hour week. The core office hours are 09.00-17:15, from Monday to Friday and the post will require some evening and weekend working.. There is an option to work up to 50% of hours from home.
The Hallé takes equality, diversity and inclusion very seriously and welcomes applications from everyone. But simply having a diverse workforce is not enough. Hallé Concerts Society want to build an inclusive environment, where everyone can develop to their full potential. Hallé Concerts Society celebrate differences, and recognise the importance of teams reflecting the activities and communities they serve.
Hallé Concerts Society operate an Equal Opportunities Recruitment Policy and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Hallé Concerts Society would particularly welcome applications from applicants who identify as disabled, D/deaf, and/or neurodivergent who can bring their own lived experience to this role.
The Hallé will provide support to ensure that you feel comfortable stepping into the organisation, the type of which may be new or unfamiliar to you, so that you can feel your best self at work. Mentoring or training will be provided during the induction period, if required.
Consideration may be given to applications from experienced Trust and Foundations Fundraisers as we remain flexible around hours worked and freelance support.
Interviews will be held w/c 3 June 2024.